The Abbreviated Injury Scale is a standardized scoring system used in injury assessment that can help make decisions about patient care and be used in injury survival studies. It was developed by the Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine and assigns a numerical score between one and six to evaluate injuries. The score can […]
Vesicular lesions are blisters caused by friction, burns, chemical exposure, or infection. They may resolve on their own or require treatment. Patients with large, changing, or non-healing lesions should see a doctor. Treatment options include draining the fluid, medication for infections, and topical preparations to soothe itching and burning. Patients should avoid scratching or picking […]
Janeway lesions are skin abnormalities associated with diseases like infective endocarditis and fungal aneurysm. They are small, painless, and often found on the palms and soles of the feet. They can help diagnose underlying systemic diseases and typically resolve on their own with treatment of the underlying condition. A Janeway lesion is a skin abnormality […]
Low-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions (LSIL) are abnormal growths in the cervix that can be detected by Pap smear tests. LSIL is associated with HPV infection and can progress to high-grade lesions and invasive cancer. Treatment includes cryotherapy or removal of the affected area. Low-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions (LGSIL or LSIL) are abnormal growths in the […]
Target lesions are abnormal skin areas that look like a red center surrounded by a red ring. They can be caused by Lyme disease or erythema multiforme, which can be caused by viral infections or medications. Treatment may include antibiotics or antiviral drugs. A target lesion is an area of abnormal skin that has the […]
HSIL is an abnormal growth of cells on the cervix found in a Pap smear, often linked to cervical cancer. LSIL indicates a small amount of abnormal cells, while HSIL indicates a large number of very abnormal cells covering much of the cervix. A doctor further examines HSIL by performing a colposcopy and biopsy. Follow-up […]
Primary skin lesions include macules, papules, vesicles, plaques, bullae, patches, tumors, wheals, nodules, and pustules. They are not specific to a disease and can be caused by various infections. Identifying the primary lesion is crucial in treating the disease. A primary lesion is a change in the skin caused by a certain disease or infection. […]
